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Author: Brian J. Miles

In a 5-4 decision the United States Supreme Court struck down a part of the immigration laws that make it easier for the government to deport certain immigrants. The Court decided that the definition of the term “violent crime” contained

The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has issued guidelines providing details regarding the implementation of President Trump’s recent Executive Orders on immigration policy. The two documents are 19 pages in length. The following are some of the highlights: Detention

President Trump issued an Executive Order on January 27, 2017 that restricted the entry of certain foreign nationals into the United States. The following are some of the key points contained in the Executive Order: Seven countries are deemed to

The Executive Order issued by President Trump on January 25, 2017 significantly altered the Obama administration’s immigration policy that focused resources on deporting individuals with serious criminal convictions. The January 25 Order expands the “priority” category to include, not only

The term “aggravated felony” is defined in section 101(43) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (“INA”) and includes many offenses ranging from murder to simple theft. A conviction need not be classified under state law as a “felony” in order

The incoming Trump administration has pledged to make enforcement of the U.S. immigration laws a priority against immigrants with criminal records. Frequently, plea agreements are entered into without adequate consideration of the immigration consequences of the resulting conviction. This